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No-load Test

  1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
  2. Connect the starter, battery, and a tester as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Connecting Starter, Battery And Tester
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  3. Operate the starter and verify that it rotates smoothly.
    • If the starter does not rotate smoothly, inspect the starter unit.
  4. Measure the voltage and current while the starter is operating.
    • If not within specification, replace the starter.

      Starter no-load test voltage 

    • 11 V

      Starter no-load test current 

    • 90 A or less